English noun: gibbet | |||
1. | gibbet (artifact) alternative terms for gallows | ||
Synonyms | gallous, gallows tree, gallows-tree | ||
Broader (hypernym) | gallows | ||
English verb: gibbet | |||
1. | gibbet (social) hang on an execution instrument | ||
Pattern of use | Somebody ----s somebody | ||
Broader (hypernym) | hang, string up | ||
2. | gibbet (social) expose to ridicule or public scorn | ||
Synonyms | pillory | ||
Pattern of use | Somebody ----s somebody | ||
Broader (hypernym) | display, exhibit, expose | ||